2015 Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Week

The State of Hawaii hosted the 3rd annual Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Week (HISAW) in February 2015. HISAW is organized in coordination with the U.S. National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) and regional Pacific Invasive Species Awareness efforts. HISAW seeks to promote information sharing and public engagement in what the Hawaii State Legislature has declared “the single greatest threat to Hawaii’s economy and natural environment and to the health and lifestyle of Hawaii’s people.”

3rd Annual HISC Awards

Recognizing individuals and groups for their outstanding service to Hawaii in the fight against invasive species.

Award Categories & Recipients:

Community Heroes: Charlotte Yamane, Honorable Mention, Laurie Loomis – Recognizes a community member or community-based group that has been a shining example of dedication to prevent and/or manage invasive species.

Business Leader: Hawaiian Airlines – Recognizes an individual in the private sector or a business that has demonstrated leadership in their role of protecting Hawai‘i from invasive species

Greatest Hit of 2014:Carmel Partners and Island Topsoil – Recognizes an individual, organization, or agency responsible for one of the major invasive species highlights of 2014 in the areas of research, prevention, control, and/or public outreach.